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13/03/26

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Exploring Art and Textiles in a Creative Week

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13/03/26

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Forest Park Go 'All In' for World Book Day!

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10/03/26

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Engaging Year 8 Science Lessons that Spark Curiosity and Learning

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12/02/26

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A Visit from the Police:

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02/02/26

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Learning the Power of Clean Hands: NHS Handwashing Session

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27/01/26

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Finding Holiday Support: Essential Telephone Numbers for Festive Help.

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17/12/25

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Irresistible Cinnamon Buns to Sweeten Your Day

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16/12/25

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Experience the Magic of The Gift Christmas Show at Glow Newton Aycliffe

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11/12/25

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Exploring Husqvarna

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25/11/25

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Exploring light waves and creating pinhole cameras in Year 8 Science Class.

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13/11/25

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Careers Week!

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14/07/25

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British Science Week.

Forest Park pupils embarked on a mission to Wynyard Planetarium. They discovered how a black hole forms and how it works through a practical demonstration, we were taken on a moon mission and explored the vastness of the universe and learned about the life cycle of a star. During Science lessons we delved deep into the anatomy of a flower, using microscopes to discover the pollen on the anther and the ovules and the ovary of a flowering plant.

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Exploring Art and Textiles in a Creative Week

Forest Park School students have created a range of Art and Textile work, exploring different art media from paper mâché jellyfish, clay monsters, birds using jelly plates to add detail, experimenting with water colours to create artists copies and fabric manipulation in textiles. We are proud of the student's remarkable skills in Art and Textiles. Beautiful jellyfish

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Forest Park Go 'All In' for World Book Day!

The theme of this year's World Book Day was “Go All In!” — and that is exactly what our staff and students did, dressing up as their favourite book characters, with everyone from the BFG to Sherlock Holmes! Throughout the day, students took part in a range of book-themed activities. One highlight was the Big Booky Footy Quiz, which brought together a love of reading and sport in a lively competition. Creativity was also on full display as students designed their own boo

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Engaging Year 8 Science Lessons that Spark Curiosity and Learning

This week, our Year 8 students rolled up their sleeves and got stuck into a brilliant hands-on Science lesson all about atoms, elements and compounds. Instead of just talking about tiny particles we can’t see, students used LEGO and Molymod kits to build their own models. The classroom was full of colour, creativity and some fantastic teamwork as everyone worked together to create different combinations. There were some great conversations taking place as students compared

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Feb 121 min read

A Visit from the Police:

Online Safety and Real-Life Consequences This week, our secondary school welcomed two local police officers who spent the day talking with students in two separate sessions: one focused on online safety, and the other on crime and consequences. The online safety session explored social media, gaming, and messaging, helping students understand how to stay safe online and why it’s important to think before sharing or posting. crime consequences session In the crime and consequ

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Feb 21 min read

Learning the Power of Clean Hands: NHS Handwashing Session

Students recently took part in an engaging handwashing session led by NHS staff, helping them understand just how important good hand hygiene is for staying healthy. The session began with a discussion about germs, how they spread, and why washing our hands properly is one of the easiest and most effective ways to prevent illness. After learning the correct handwashing technique, students put their skills to the test. Using a special UV light and hand gel, they were able to s

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Jan 271 min read

Finding Holiday Support: Essential Telephone Numbers for Festive Help.

The holiday season is often a time of joy and celebration, but it can also bring unexpected challenges. Whether you face a health concern, need emotional support, or require urgent assistance, knowing where to turn can make all the difference. Many services remain available over the festive period, ready to help you and your loved ones. This guide provides essential telephone numbers and practical advice to ensure you have support when you need it most. Wishing you all a Mer

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Dec 17, 20251 min read

Irresistible Cinnamon Buns to Sweeten Your Day

Year 9 enjoyed making cinnamon buns from scratch. They did an amazing job.

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Dec 16, 20251 min read

Experience the Magic of The Gift Christmas Show at Glow Newton Aycliffe

This week, our Year 7 and Year 8 students had an amazing time at The Gift, a magical Christmas show held at Glow, Newton Aycliffe It was an experience filled with laughter, music, and festive cheer that many of us won’t forget! The show was a heart-warming musical adventure all about three spirited elf sisters — Holly, Carol, and Spark — and their unexpected journey that teaches everyone about the true meaning of Christmas. With brilliant songs, funny moments, colourful char

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Dec 11, 20251 min read

Exploring Husqvarna

Our KS3 trip to Husqvarna was one of the most engaging visits we’ve had this year! We got to look around the factory and see how all the lawn mowers are made, where they are stored and see the staff hard at work. The students loved taking part in the practical tasks Dan and the team set out. These involved steering a robot lawn mower, examining mother boards and creating as much static energy as possible - even the staff had a go! Guided tour of the factory . Thanks to all t

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Nov 25, 20251 min read

Exploring light waves and creating pinhole cameras in Year 8 Science Class.

Light is all around us, yet its behaviour can seem mysterious. In a recent Year 8 science lesson, students explored the properties of light waves and built their own pinhole cameras. This hands-on activity helped them understand how light travels and forms images, connecting theory with practical experience. A student with a pin hole camera he has made. Learning about the history of the atom and making models.

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Nov 13, 20251 min read